Windows RT gets updated with a Start Menu

Posted on Wednesday, September 16 2015 @ 10:36 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

While Windows RT never really gained traction, Microsoft is still supporting the OS and has issued Windows RT 8.1 Update 3.

Like Windows 10, this release completely replaces the Start screen with the Start Menu.

There are six main areas visible when the Start menu first appears.

Header. This is where the user account picture and power button appear.
Pinned List. Apps that are pinned for easy access appear here.
Most Frequently Used applications list (MFU). Apps that are frequently used but not pinned anywhere else will appear here.
All Apps button. Selecting this button displays the All Apps list.
Search text box. Typing here begins a search.
App grid. Both Immersive and Win32 apps can be pinned, unpinned, and resized in this area.

Start menu on Windows RT 8.1 pic.twitter.com/k2dOfYd2fh
— Tero Alhonen (@teroalhonen) September 15, 2015

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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